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Uncrewed Systems

Asked by Ben Obese-JectyConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 23 January 2026UIN 106073

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To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 14 January 2026 to Question 103534 on Uncrewed Systems, when is the design phase due to be completed.

Answered by Luke Pollard

The Uncrewed Systems Centre purpose and function has been agreed for implementation. To ensure alignment with Defence Reform, work on the design, structure and outputs for Full Operating Capability will continue through 2026. Further announcements will be made in due course.

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